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“Fantastic”

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“Welcoming, homely cottage with loads of character. Friendly helpful owners, but not interfering. cannot fault any part of the cottage or the grounds. Well within reasonable distance from all major amenities. Loved it, can't wait to go back. Highly recommended.”

A FlipKey Verified Reviewer, Guyhirn, August 2013

“Lovely base for exploring the island”

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“We had a lovely week staying at Hill Farm. The accommodation is very comfortable an excellently equipped with everything you could possibly need (right down to a selection of essentials provided awaiting our arrival saving us the bother of that chore of first trip being to the local supermarket !)
The owners are a family who live in the adjoining building and were very warm and welcoming to us and felt like friends right from the off.
My wife and daughter made good use of the riding stables next door (owned by same family) and they arranged some fantastic rides for them. Our daughter took a real shine to Sybil the horse and to Jess (riding instructor and daughter of the farm owners)
We took our 2 dogs with us. The garden is large, private and secure so was perfect for them too.
The area is really nice too. Situated at the quieter end of the island, overlooking lots of countryside in one direction and the sea in the other direction. Couldn't have picked a more suitable place to stay and will certainly be looking to return in the future.
Everything was top notch ... The house, the people, the area and the atmosphere ... plus, Mr Biggs ... The most adorable springer spaniel you could possibly ever meet !”

Fozzydaz, Northants, June 2013

“Lovely base for exploring the island”

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“We had a lovely week staying at Hill Farm. The accommodation is very comfortable an excellently equipped with everything you could possibly need (right down to a selection of essentials provided awaiting our arrival saving us the bother of that chore of first trip being to the local supermarket !)
The owners are a family who live in the adjoining building and were very warm and welcoming to us and felt like friends right from the off.
My wife and daughter made good use of the riding stables next door (owned by same family) and they arranged some fantastic rides for them. Our daughter took a real shine to Sybil the horse and to Jess (riding instructor and daughter of the farm owners)
We took our 2 dogs with us. The garden is large, private and secure so was perfect for them too.
The area is really nice too. Situated at the quieter end of the island, overlooking lots of countryside in one direction and the sea in the other direction. Couldn't have picked a more suitable place to stay and will certainly be looking to return in the future.
Everything was top notch ......... The house, the people, the area and the atmosphere ...... plus, Mr Biggs ..... The most adorable springer spaniel you could possibly ever meet !”

“This was the perfect getaway. A really cosy and comfortable cottage set in an idyllic part of the Isle of Wight. The owner had gone to the trouble of putting up and decorating a Christmas tree for us, and there was a generous welcome pack on our arrival. The cottage has bags of character and has been tastefully decorated. I would highly recommend it to any of our friends, and look forward to returning.”

Mrs Aston, Godalming, December 2013

“The cottage was comfortable, well equipped and cosy.”

Mrs Jones, Dolgellau, October 2013

“The cottage was one of the best equipped that we have stayed in, and extremely comfortable. The owners were extremely helpful and friendly when we spoke to them.”

Mr Langton, Leicester, September 2013

“The cottage was absolutely fantastic, and the welcome pack a lovely surprise. We cannot praise the owner and her family enough. All were friendly and welcoming, took time to show us around their stables, but did not interfere at all. We would all highly recommend this cottage as a holiday home, and would definitely go again. Well situated, very very pretty, comfortable, homely and welcoming. Thank you all for a wonderful holiday.”

Mrs Wilders, Wisbech, June 2013

“Fantastic location and hosts - kids loved going to the stables and playing with the dogs and seeing the horses (even after 2 rides!) Great walk to the beach. The photos do not do it justice - thanks to all.”

Mr Coventry, Sale, June 2013

“A delightful, characterful, thatched cottage in a quiet location less than 1 mile from the sea, across fields and quiet lanes. Riding available, though you do need to book early. Very dog-friendly garden (complete with kennel) so if the party are going somewhere the dog isn't allowed it can be left safely in the garden with shelter if it rains.”

Dr Farmer, Bridgwater, May 2013

“Beautiful cottage; very comfortable.
Owners were very friendly and kind.
They had put a welcome package in cottage of tea, coffee, milk, sugar, and squash which we thought was a lovely gesture and much appreciated, Our family live on the island and came to visit and were also very impressed! I would highly recommend.”

Cottage features

Off road parking

Smoke-free

Garden / Patio

Cot available

Highchair available

Washing machine

Dishwasher

Seaside

Broadband / WiFi

Rating

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Sleeps

7

Bedrooms

4

Bathrooms

2

Pets

Yes

The Property

This lovingly-restored cottage is a 400-year old thatched farmhouse with a Victorian extension with Welsh slate roof, set within the grounds of a friendly riding stables, situated amidst picturesque countryside in Freshwater on the Isle of Wight. Sympathetically modernised to provide contemporary holiday cottage accommodation, yet retaining its character features, this Freshwater cottage is perfect for families and friends looking to experience countryside living, with the added benefit of the beach being just a short walk away. This Isle of Wight cottage has a modern farmhouse kitchen, a light and airy sitting room, and boasts stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Outside this Freshwater cottage there is a large lawned garden perfect for children to play, while you enjoy a refreshing drink and soak up the views as the sun sets over The Needles. With a riding stables on the doorstep of your Isle of Wight cottage, there's no better place to learn to ride, or enjoy an exciting hack through some of the island's stunning countryside. With Freshwater Bay open to the channel, there is an ever-changing backdrop all year round, while Yarmouth offers an array of cafes, pubs, boutique shops and art galleries. Whether you're on foot, bicycle, or horseback, this Freshwater cottage is perfectly situated for exploring West Wight.

Amenities

Electric convector heaters with gas boiler for hot water and gas fire in sitting room. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, DVDs and games. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent (please bring own beach towels) Cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Off road parking for 3 cars. Private garden with far-reaching views, furniture and BBQ. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops 1.2 miles, pub 1 mile, beach 10 mins walk. Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead around the property due to horses in neighbouring riding stables.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter

Off-season

Last minute

Christmas

About the location

FRESHWATER

Yarmouth 3 miles; Cowes 16 miles; Fishbourne 16 miles; Ryde 18 miles.

Freshwater is situated at the western tip of the Isle of Wight and consists of Freshwater Village and Freshwater Bay. Freshwater village offers a good selection of small independent shops, cafes and the West Wight Sports Centre and Indoor Swimming Pool. The magnificent high chalk cliffs, rolling downs and delightful beaches at Freshwater Bay and nearby Compton Bay attract many visitors and surfers all year round. The renowned Freshwater Bay Golf Club, which overlooks the English Channel has stunning coastal sea views from most tees and offers a superb day out for golfers of all abilities, whilst the area is a haven for birdwatchers, cyclists and walkers with many wonderful walks to be enjoyed not only on West Wight but across the entire Isle of Wight criss-crossing over a much varied island landscape. Locally, Afton Down (the location of the famous 1970 Isle of Wight Music Festival), and Tennyson Down are the most popular walks. At the foot of Tennyson Down is the Dimbola Museum and Photographic Galleries. The Needles Pleasure Park at Alum Bay with its coloured sand cliffs and chairlift to the beach is just south west of Freshwater plus a little further afield on the north coast of the Isle of Wight is the premier yachting centre of Cowes. Osborne House (the former home of Queen Victoria) is located at East Cowes. The nearby Farringford Hotel on the edge of Freshwater Bay was once the home of the British Poet Laureate, Alfred Lord Tennyson, and many notable poets, authors and painters have been attracted to the area of West Wight over the years. With the seaside town of Yarmouth close by with its busy harbour and pier, shops, inns, eateries and impressive Tudor castle, this is an ideal base for an enjoyable holiday.